Photo courtesy of Clavin Funeral Home - Brooklyn
Brooklyn, New York
1943 - 2023
Garrett J. O'Rourke, born April 8, 1943, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2023 with his devoted wife by his side. Gary was predeceased by his father Joseph O'Rourke and mother Maureen O'Shea O'Rourke. Gary's immense pride in his Irish Heritage and his years of service as a NYC Police Detective was second only to the joy he felt as a loving husband and devoted grandfather. Beyond the NYPD, Gary's life of service also included his time as an Army Reservist and his membership in the NYPD Honor Legion, Emerald Society, Fraternal Order of Police and 1013 Club. Gary's humor, passion, and unwavering honesty will be missed as he is survived by his loving wife (and best friend) Mary Cole, his stepson Patrick, his daughter-in-law Stefanie, his sisters Lois Muise and Gael Hill, and his beloved grandchildren Jameson, Maisie and Teagan.
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Visitation
Thursday (7/6) 1 - 5 PM
Clavin Funeral Home
7722 4th Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11209
Complimentary Valet Parking Available
Funeral Mass
Friday (7/7) 11 AM @ Our Lady Star of the Sea Church
5371 Amboy Road
Staten Island, New York 10312
Cemetery
Resurrection Cemetery
361 Sharrott Avenue
Staten Island, New York 10309
I was so sad to hear of Gary's passing. I looked forward to visiting him and Mary. I felt like I had a special connection with him. I will miss him dearly. He was a very special person.
Ron Peterkin
July 06, 2023 | Tallahassee, FL | Family
I always looked forward to visiting with Gary and Mary. We laughed and shared stories of our family. With each visit, I grew to greatly admire him and realized he was a very passionate person, driven by his warm and loving heart. And as he moves on, I just hope he knows that he was loved by myself and my husband.
Ruth Peterkin
July 06, 2023 | Tallahassee, FL | Family
My deepest sympathies prayers and condolences to family & friends So Sorry for your loss Gary was a great co worker and person!!! May he Rest in Heavenly Peace ☮
Carole Coughlin
July 03, 2023 | Freehold, NJ | Coworker
Rest in peace brother- good job Bobby i
Bob Intartaglio
June 27, 2023 | Fort Myers, FL | Coworker
